Avoid using Pinterest for affiliate marketing efforts

Dec 17, 2023 | Affiliate Marketing | 31 comments

Avoid using Pinterest for affiliate marketing efforts




Pinterest has become a popular platform for users to discover, save, and share ideas and inspiration. From recipes to DIY projects, it’s a go-to place for people looking for inspiration and new ideas. It has also become a popular platform for affiliate marketers to promote and sell products. However, there are reasons why Pinterest may not be the best platform for affiliate marketing.

To start with, Pinterest’s algorithm is not particularly friendly to affiliate links. Pinterest’s algorithm favors original content and discourages users from posting too many links to external websites, including affiliate links. This means that if you are an affiliate marketer looking to promote products on Pinterest, you may have a hard time getting your pins seen by others.

Furthermore, Pinterest is not the best platform for making direct sales. While Pinterest is great for driving traffic to your website, it is not as effective when it comes to converting that traffic into sales. Unlike platforms like Instagram, where users are more likely to make a purchase directly from a post, Pinterest users are more focused on finding inspiration and saving ideas for later.

Another issue with using Pinterest for affiliate marketing is that it can be time-consuming and requires a lot of effort to succeed. In order to get your pins seen by others, you need to create high-quality, visually appealing content that stands out from the crowd. This can be a lot of work, especially if you are managing multiple affiliate products.

Additionally, Pinterest has strict guidelines when it comes to affiliate marketing. It requires users to disclose their affiliate relationships in all pins that contain affiliate links, which can be a turn-off for some users. Moreover, Pinterest has been known to shut down accounts that are deemed to be in violation of their guidelines, so it’s important to proceed with caution when using the platform for affiliate marketing.

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While Pinterest can be a great platform for driving traffic to your website and increasing brand awareness, it may not be the best platform for direct affiliate marketing. It requires a lot of effort and compliance with strict guidelines, and the algorithm is not particularly friendly to affiliate links. If you are an affiliate marketer looking to promote products, it may be worth exploring other platforms that are more suitable for direct sales and affiliate marketing.


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31 Comments

  1. @i_fcreator_-6642

    How to upload WordPress link on pinterest? Waiting for reply

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  2. @lazeaylo.2718

    Hey bro let’s work together would love to build a brother relationship with you

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  3. @SihabRana.

    How anyone can make money by blogs means through affiliate marketing? Anyone please explain.

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  4. @graceking9723

    this is so helpful. wondering if you know how ppl find videos to promote their niche and if ripping them from other accounts is looked down upon or ok… i see lots of affiliate accounts do that but i don’t know if that’s normal or not

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  5. @HomelessNReselling

    How do you make that graph/chart you show in the beginning of the video

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  6. @tigereye6939

    Are you using a personal or business account on tiktok btw?

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  7. @pastoryoda2789

    This guy’s face is soo innocent I trust him

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  8. @shafikhan7675

    How can I add My affiliate link in my Bio

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  9. @sewaldodiy

    I completely agree with you plus since I started adding links to my post the views when down hill. I really hope they will start a new and better way for the creators to get paid.

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  10. @adrianadios5041

    Can you run ads on these product pins or videos?

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  11. @bigglestech7808

    How can I publish a pin a Pinterest? I don't have a publish button available,. Only a save button

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  12. @reptilemark7346

    who the hell is buying anything from random links and pages? show me where they are. thank you

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  13. @mahbubalom3121

    If I put bio link which take me to my affiliate links. What shold l I use. where I can put all my links ? Thanks

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  14. @fisksh

    thanks for sharing!

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  15. @chiz_o3794

    Where can I find that template for the sales funnel you're using?

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  16. @cassettepat

    Hi Jacob
    I’ve emailed and DM’d you without a response?

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  17. @jenniferramos8207

    Been on pintrest since July with no sales, more than 1 account, promoting different niches….nothing. I love that it's super easy to use.

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  18. @kiwilovessports9925

    I honestly believe this as well I have so many followers & views & & clicks but no sells. I think it’s time to move onto a different platform

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  19. @strykervenom1

    Pinterest is repetitive. Been trying it for the past couple weeks, promoting links, and still no luck. Only 2 clicks and no sales.

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  20. @DivineZeal

    Pinterest takes time and you gotta be on it

    Reply

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